Welcome to River Place OB GYN

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River Place OB GYN, led by Dr. John Thoppil, is located in beautiful West Austin, Texas. This boutique practice has major league experience, leading-edge technology and a commitment to delivering the highest quality of individualized care to women throughout each stage of their lives.

Award-winning OB GYN Dr. John Thoppil, an Austin Monthly Top Doc for the third consecutive year, opened River Place OBGYN in 2013 with the goal of providing outstanding care – from wellness exams, weight management, birth control and full obstetric care, including high-risk pregnancies – along with unmatched personalized customer service.

From the spa-like atmosphere to among the shortest wait times in town, the culture at River Place OB GYN is one in which every patient is valued and knows it.

This year Texas-native and top-rated OB-GYN Dr. Rachel Shepherd joined the team. Dr. Thoppil and Dr. Shepherd pride themselves on staying up-to-date on the latest evidence-based treatment methods.

Dr. Thoppil and Dr. Shepherd are always accessible to patients and deliver most of their own patients. Don’t be surprised to find them personally calling you back with test results.

The team strives to build long-term relationships with patients and aim to make River Place OB/GYN your true medical home, which is why River Place providers are often considered as the Best OB GYN in Austin.

We started River Place Ob/Gyn in 2013 because we felt the community needed a more intimate feeling of high-quality women’s health practice. Our patients have been so supportive and we have grown to now have 3 locations. We felt like Pflugerville is such a special community and wanted to be the first full-time women’s health specialist in town. We opened in late 2018 and are so happy to be part of this amazing place.
We practice with one goal: providing outstanding care – from wellness exams, weight management, birth control, and full obstetric care, including high-risk pregnancies – along with unmatched personalized customer service.

From the spa-like atmosphere to among the shortest wait times in town, the culture at Pflugerville OB-GYN is one in which every patient is valued and knows it.

We primarily operate and deliver at nearby St Davids North Austin Medical Center, which offers a level 3 neonatal ICU and full-service women’s health.

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  • Rachel Shepherd

    MD
  • John Thoppil

    MD
  • Laura Terrebonne

    FNP
  • Dana Wicker

    WHNP

We Provide The Following Services

  • Obstetrics + Reproduction
  • Pregnancy Care and Delivery
  • Contraception
  • Ultrasound and Imaging
  • Gynecology + Wellness
  • Annual Exams
  • Menopause
  • Urogynecology

River Place OB GYN: Austin Office

  • Monday: 7:00AM - 5:00PM
  • Tuesday: 7:00AM - 5:00PM
  • Wednesday: 7:00AM - 5:00PM
  • Thursday: 7:00AM - 5:00PM
  • Friday: 7:00AM - 1:00PM

River Place OB GYN: Pflugerville Office

  • Monday: 8:00AM - 5:00PM
  • Tuesday: 8:00AM - 5:00PM
  • Wednesday: 7:00AM - 5:00PM
  • Thursday: 7:00AM - 1:00PM
  • Friday: 7:00AM - 2:00PM

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    Patient Reviews

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    Office Visit / Follow-up

    The doctor was professional answered all my questions.

    Routine Pregnancy / Prenatal Appointment

    Dr. Shepherd is the best OB/GYN I have ever had. This was my first ever prenatal appointment. It was a bit scary because when Dr. Shepherd did the ultrasound, she could not find the baby. She explained that it was most likely just too early to see anything but did explain additional possibilities like miscarriage and ectopic pregnancy. However, she made sure to emphasize that it was probably just too early and ordered two rounds of labs to make sure the baby was growing normally. What I appreciate about Dr. Shepherd is that she will be upfront with you without being cold. I can trust her to tell me the truth but also to be empathetic and compassionate. She cares about how you are feeling during the appointment and makes sure you are comfortable. She is the only OB/GYN I have ever trusted and the only OB/GYN I would trust to take care of myself and my baby. Dr. Shepherd has the perfect mix of smarts and heart.

    Colposcopy

    Everyone at the office was very welcoming & informative, and made the whole experience comfortable.

    Office Visit / Follow-up

    Dana is highly knowledgeable and provides right solutions that work.

    Fertility Evaluation / Treatment

    Dr. rouhani is not only knowledgeable but also truly remembers and cares about my personal wellbeing! Dr. R is the GOAT! I love her!

    Obstetrical (Pregnancy) Ultrasound / Sonogram

    Dr. Rouhani and the entire staff is always so positive and pleasant all around. They take time to answer all of our questions which puts our minds at ease.

    Prescription Medication / Rx Refill

    Dana was extremely personable and helpful in answering any and all questions I had. I never felt rushed.

    Annual Well Woman Exam

    Easy to make appointment. The receptionist was professional. The medical assistant was very attentive and knowledgeable. The Dr. was very attentive, professional and made me feel at ease and heard.

    Annual Exam

    Dr. Shepherd always takes the time to listen to me and talk about my concerns. She has a wonderful bedside manner and truly cares for her patients.

    Annual Well Woman Exam

    Easy getting an appointment, didn’t wait very long in the office and didn’t feel rushed